Features of science Flashcards
1
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what are paradigms?
A
shared assumptions and agreed methods within scientific discipline
2
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what is a paradigm shift?
A
scientific revolution
change in dominant theory of scientific discipline
3
Q
what is theory construction?
A
done through gathering evidence from direct observation
4
Q
what is hypothesis testing?
A
produce clear and precise hypothesis to test validity of theory
5
Q
what is falsifiability?
A
- idea that theory can’t be considered scientific unless it admits to possibility of being untrue/ false
6
Q
what is replicability?
A
extent that scientific procedure/ findings can be replicated by others
7
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what is objectivity?
A
all sources of personal bias minimised so as not to distort researcher process
8
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what is empirical method?
A
scientific approaches based on gathering evidence through direct observation/ experiences
